Electrosurgical devices for tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
US8632537B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 16, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2218/008
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Monopolar electrosurgery devices adapted for resecting tonsil and adenoid tissue. The devices minimize thermal injury by employing a plasma generated by pulsed electrical signals to precisely and effectively cut or coagulate the tissues. Suction may also be applied to the tissues to enhance the cutting, coagulation, and tissue manipulation functions. The devices include an interchangeable tip that may be switched for another tip, depending on which tip may be more suitable for tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy.
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